File:Italy (?), 15th century - Doorknocker in the Form of a Lion - 1970.20 - Cleveland Museum of Art.tif

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Doorknocker in the Form of a Lion   (Wikidata search (Cirrus search) Wikidata query (SPARQL)  Create new Wikidata item based on this file)
Title
Doorknocker in the Form of a Lion
Object type Metalwork
Description
Doorknockers such as this one were popular accessories for the homes of the wealthy during the Middle Ages. They are found in many different forms. The lion, symbolizing nobility, fortitude, and strength was highly favored.
Date 1400s
date QS:P571,+1400-00-00T00:00:00Z/8
Medium Wrought iron
Dimensions Overall: 15.3 x 4 cm (6 x 1 9/16 in.)
institution QS:P195,Q657415
Current location
Medieval Art
Accession number
1970.20
Place of creation Italy (?), 15th century
Credit line Gift of the John B. Putnam Foundation
Source/Photographer https://clevelandart.org/art/1970.20

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